In Stuttgart Ost, the SchweineMuseum fills two floors and 27 themed rooms with more than 50,000 objects connected to pigs. You’ll find piggy banks, toys, artworks and everyday items, alongside displays on pig worship, rituals and boar hunting in different cultures. The collection’s playful approach makes this an engaging stop for families and for anyone curious about an unusual museum. There is also a room with adult-themed pig objects, so families may want to check which areas suit their children. A restaurant and beer garden share the site.
A collection built around pigs
The SchweineMuseum is housed in a former slaughterhouse building in Stuttgart Ost. Its collection brings together more than 50,000 pig-related objects, arranged across 27 themed rooms on two floors. The displays range from artworks and antiques to toys, piggy banks, household items and advertising pieces.
The scale and variety are part of the appeal: pigs appear in many forms, materials and settings. A calendar room has small doors to open, each revealing a pig image. The museum also includes a room with adult-themed objects, which families can choose to avoid.
Pigs in art, ritual and daily life
The museum looks beyond decorative pig figures. Displays cover pig-related rituals, boar hunting and pig worship in different cultures, alongside objects that show how the animal has appeared in art and everyday life. The result combines cultural material with a deliberately playful presentation.
A visit can suit children and adults, including people who do not have a particular interest in pigs. There is a small children’s room and seating in parts of the museum. The upper floor may feel stuffy in summer, and the stairs can make taking a stroller upstairs awkward.
Planning your visit
The museum is at Schlachthofstraße 2A in Stuttgart Ost. Schlachthof U-Bahn station is nearby; another option mentioned for reaching the area is the U9 from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof. Parking is available, with both free and paid options listed at the site and nearby.
Entry has a fee, and advance tickets are recommended. The StuttCard can provide free entry. The museum is closed on Mondays and open Tuesday through Sunday. A restaurant and beer garden are on the same site; the smell of cooked pork may carry into the museum from the restaurant.
FAQ
How long do you need at the SchweineMuseum?
Allow about an hour to explore both floors. A more thorough visit can take around 90 minutes.
Is the SchweineMuseum suitable for children?
It is family-friendly and has a small children’s room. One room contains adult-themed pig objects, which families may prefer to skip.
Is there an entry fee?
Yes, admission is paid. The StuttCard provides free entry, and advance tickets are recommended.
How do you get to the SchweineMuseum?
The museum is in Stuttgart Ost at Schlachthofstraße 2A. Schlachthof U-Bahn station is nearby; the U9 from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof is another option.
